Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC)
Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC)
Advance academic excellence with accredited project management education.
The PMI Global Accreditation Center (GAC) accredits associate, bachelor's, postgraduate, doctoral, and certificate programs in project management and related disciplines worldwide, helping institutions demonstrate academic quality and helping students find career-ready programs.
210+
accredited programs
24+
countries
30M
project managers needed by 2030
Why become GAC accredited?
Elevate the quality, visibility, and reputation of your project management program
- The PMI Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC) is the world’s leading specialized accrediting body for project management and related degree and certificate programs.
- GAC accreditation helps institutions demonstrate academic excellence, strengthen program visibility, support student career outcomes and align curricula with employer needs.
Who should pursue accreditation?
GAC accredits associate, bachelor's, postgraduate, doctoral and credit-bearing certificate programs offered by accredited institutions of higher education worldwide, assuring that they are relevant, student-focused and accountable.
GAC benefits for students
Choosing a project management program is an important decision. GAC accreditation signals that your program meets rigorous global standards while giving you exclusive benefits—including an accelerated path to PMI certifications, scholarship opportunities, and a competitive advantage as you launch your career.
GAC impact in action
Case Study: How NYU Prepares the Next Generation of Project Management
NYU School of Professional Studies earned PMI Global Accreditation Center (GAC) accreditation, gaining global recognition for its project management graduate program and developing future project leaders to succeed in the workforce.
Apply for accreditation
Accreditation is a peer-review process that confirms a program meets global standards for quality and academic rigor. A 4-step process—Letter of Intent, Self-Assessment Report, Visit, and GAC Decision—typically takes 10–12 months once your application is accepted.
Events and webinars
Connect with the PMI Global Accreditation Center (GAC) community through webinars and events for prospective, applicant, accredited, and reaffirming programs. Hear directly from GAC Directors, volunteers, staff, and academic leaders.
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Thank you to our GAC Directors
The GAC is governed by the GAC Directors, who serve as the policy-making body in all matters related to GAC accreditation.
- Nathan Johnson, PhD, PMP
Chair, Western Carolina University (United States) - Simona Bonghez, PhD, PMP
Vice Chair, Colors in Projects (Romania) - Cheryl Stum
Ex-Officio, Project Management Institute (United States) - Cynthia Baker, MBA, PMP
Poarch Creek Indians (United States) - Andre B. Barcaui, DSC, PMP
Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) - Joseph A. Griffin, DMin, PMP
Northeastern University (United States) - Tiendung (TJ) Le, PhD, DASSM, DAVSC
RMIT University (Australia) - Linh Luong, MIS, MBA, PMP, SSM, POPM
Boeing (United States) - Shaligram Pokharel, PhD
Qatar University (Qatar) - Robert Reid, EdD
Consultant and Executive Coach (United States) - Martin Morgan Tuuli, PhD
Loughborough University (United Kingdom) - Stephen Volz, DBA, PMP
DeVry University (United States) - Bernard Wong, PhD, PMP
Enterprise Strategy Consulting, Professor (Australia) - Haiwei Zhou, PhD
Hohai University (China)